Experience with photonics and optics simulation software is required, with preferences for tools such as Ansys Lumerical, Zemax, or similar industry-standard software. The Photonics Engineer is ...
Experience with photonics and optics simulation software is required, with preferences for tools such as Ansys Lumerical, Zemax, or similar industry-standard software. The Photonics Engineer is ...
Senior Integrated Photonics Engineer - Active Devices and Circuits
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$122K - $168K/yr
Knowledge of modeling photonic circuits (Lumerical Interconnect, SAX etc) * Experience with photonic tapeouts and layout using script-based layout tools (eg.,GDSFactory, Kfactory) and design for test ...
Senior Integrated Photonics Engineer - Active Devices and Circuits
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$122K - $168K/yr
Knowledge of modeling photonic circuits (Lumerical Interconnect, SAX etc) * Experience with photonic tapeouts and layout using script-based layout tools (eg.,GDSFactory, Kfactory) and design for test ...
Experience with photonics and optics simulation software is required, with preferences for tools such as Ansys Lumerical, Zemax, or similar industry‑standard software. The Photonics Engineer is ...
Experience with photonics and optics simulation software is required, with preferences for tools such as Ansys Lumerical, Zemax, or similar industry‑standard software. The Photonics Engineer is ...
Optical Engineer, PIC Design & Analysis
Redmond, WA · On-site
$81/hr
Hands-on proficiency with tools such as Lumerical, Ansys Photonics, Synopsys RSoft, COMSOL , or equivalent. * Ability to perform both component-level and circuit-level analysis. * PIC Layout ...
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Optical Engineer, PIC Design & Analysis
Redmond, WA · On-site
$81/hr
Hands-on proficiency with tools such as Lumerical, Ansys Photonics, Synopsys RSoft, COMSOL , or equivalent. * Ability to perform both component-level and circuit-level analysis. * PIC Layout ...
... Ansys Lumerical MODE, Photon Design FIMMWAVE), grating/EME solvers, and band structure or gain simulation tools (e.g., Crosslight, SiLENSe, or equivalent); scripting in MATLAB or Python for ...
... Ansys Lumerical MODE, Photon Design FIMMWAVE), grating/EME solvers, and band structure or gain simulation tools (e.g., Crosslight, SiLENSe, or equivalent); scripting in MATLAB or Python for ...
Senior Photonic-Integrated-Circuit Integration Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$122K - $168K/yr
Design and simulate photonic integrated circuit systems using advanced modeling tools (such as Lumerical Interconnect, ADS). * Drive high-volume manufacturing (HVM) enabling flows and ensure seamless ...
Senior Photonic-Integrated-Circuit Integration Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$122K - $168K/yr
Design and simulate photonic integrated circuit systems using advanced modeling tools (such as Lumerical Interconnect, ADS). * Drive high-volume manufacturing (HVM) enabling flows and ensure seamless ...
Senior Integrated Photonics Engineer - Active Devices and Circuits
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$122K - $168K/yr
Knowledge of modeling photonic circuits (Lumerical Interconnect, SAX etc) Experience with photonic tapeouts and layout using script-based layout tools (eg.,GDSFactory, Kfactory) and design for test ...
Senior Integrated Photonics Engineer - Active Devices and Circuits
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$122K - $168K/yr
Knowledge of modeling photonic circuits (Lumerical Interconnect, SAX etc) Experience with photonic tapeouts and layout using script-based layout tools (eg.,GDSFactory, Kfactory) and design for test ...
Integrated Photonics Engineer I
$75K - $95K/yr
Willingness to learn photonic device design software (e.g., Lumerical, COMSOL, ADS, or equivalent) on the job * Foundational knowledge of quantum optics and quantum information science, gained ...
Integrated Photonics Engineer I
$75K - $95K/yr
Willingness to learn photonic device design software (e.g., Lumerical, COMSOL, ADS, or equivalent) on the job * Foundational knowledge of quantum optics and quantum information science, gained ...
Integrated Photonics Design Engineer, Device Components
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$120K - $225K/yr
Strong expertise in finite element analysis of PIC components using tools like Lumerical, Tidy3D, COMSOL, Synopsys OptoDesigner, etc. * Extensive hands-on experience performing measurements to ...
Integrated Photonics Design Engineer, Device Components
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$120K - $225K/yr
Strong expertise in finite element analysis of PIC components using tools like Lumerical, Tidy3D, COMSOL, Synopsys OptoDesigner, etc. * Extensive hands-on experience performing measurements to ...
Integrated Photonics Design Engineer, Device Components
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$120K - $225K/yr
Simulate component designs using FEA tools like Lumerical, Tidy3D, HFSS, CST, and COMSOL. Develop and perform rigorous measurement techniques to assess component performance. Analyze measurement and ...
Integrated Photonics Design Engineer, Device Components
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$120K - $225K/yr
Simulate component designs using FEA tools like Lumerical, Tidy3D, HFSS, CST, and COMSOL. Develop and perform rigorous measurement techniques to assess component performance. Analyze measurement and ...
Integrated Photonics Engineer I
$75K - $95K/yr
Willingness to learn photonic device design software (e.g., Lumerical, COMSOL, ADS, or equivalent) on the job * Foundational knowledge of quantum optics and quantum information science, gained ...
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Integrated Photonics Engineer I
$75K - $95K/yr
Willingness to learn photonic device design software (e.g., Lumerical, COMSOL, ADS, or equivalent) on the job * Foundational knowledge of quantum optics and quantum information science, gained ...
High Speed Photonic Integrated Circuit Designer
$160K - $190K/yr
Own device, circuit, and system modeling workflows using industry tools (e.g., Lumerical Mode/FDTD/Interconnect, BeamPROP, HFSS, ADS/Ansys Designer, VPI), and develop models that incorporate process ...
High Speed Photonic Integrated Circuit Designer
$160K - $190K/yr
Own device, circuit, and system modeling workflows using industry tools (e.g., Lumerical Mode/FDTD/Interconnect, BeamPROP, HFSS, ADS/Ansys Designer, VPI), and develop models that incorporate process ...
High Speed Photonic Integrated Circuit Designer
Gardena, CA · On-site
$160K - $190K/yr
Own device, circuit, and system modeling workflows using industry tools (e.g., Lumerical Mode/FDTD/Interconnect, BeamPROP, HFSS, ADS/Ansys Designer, VPI), and develop models that incorporate process ...
High Speed Photonic Integrated Circuit Designer
Gardena, CA · On-site
$160K - $190K/yr
Own device, circuit, and system modeling workflows using industry tools (e.g., Lumerical Mode/FDTD/Interconnect, BeamPROP, HFSS, ADS/Ansys Designer, VPI), and develop models that incorporate process ...
Senior Integrated Photonics Engineer - Active Devices and Circuits
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$122K - $168K/yr
... Lumerical,Tidy3D, COMSOL Multiphysics, Meep, etc. • Knowledge of modeling photonic circuits (Lumerical Interconnect, SAX etc) • Experience with photonic tapeouts and layout using script-based ...
Senior Integrated Photonics Engineer - Active Devices and Circuits
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$122K - $168K/yr
... Lumerical,Tidy3D, COMSOL Multiphysics, Meep, etc. • Knowledge of modeling photonic circuits (Lumerical Interconnect, SAX etc) • Experience with photonic tapeouts and layout using script-based ...
Silicon Photonics Senior Scientist - R&D
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
$89K - $122K/yr
Lumerical, Tidy3d, etc.). * Ability to leverage electronic design automation (EDA) (ex. Python, Photon Forge, Lumerical, kiCAD etc.) to execute automated performance analysis on photonic integrated ...
Silicon Photonics Senior Scientist - R&D
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
$89K - $122K/yr
Lumerical, Tidy3d, etc.). * Ability to leverage electronic design automation (EDA) (ex. Python, Photon Forge, Lumerical, kiCAD etc.) to execute automated performance analysis on photonic integrated ...
Integrated Photonics Engineer I
Rome, NY · On-site
$75K - $95K/yr
Willingness to learn photonic device design software (e.g., Lumerical, COMSOL, ADS, or equivalent) on the job * Foundational knowledge of quantum optics and quantum information science, gained ...
Integrated Photonics Engineer I
Rome, NY · On-site
$75K - $95K/yr
Willingness to learn photonic device design software (e.g., Lumerical, COMSOL, ADS, or equivalent) on the job * Foundational knowledge of quantum optics and quantum information science, gained ...
Integrated Photonics Engineer I
Rome, NY · On-site
$75K - $95K/yr
Willingness to learn photonic device design software (e.g., Lumerical, COMSOL, ADS, or equivalent) on the job * Foundational knowledge of quantum optics and quantum information science, gained ...
Integrated Photonics Engineer I
Rome, NY · On-site
$75K - $95K/yr
Willingness to learn photonic device design software (e.g., Lumerical, COMSOL, ADS, or equivalent) on the job * Foundational knowledge of quantum optics and quantum information science, gained ...
Design and simulate photonic integrated circuit systems using advanced modeling tools (such as Lumerical Interconnect, ADS). * Drive high-volume manufacturing (HVM) enabling flows and ensure seamless ...
Design and simulate photonic integrated circuit systems using advanced modeling tools (such as Lumerical Interconnect, ADS). * Drive high-volume manufacturing (HVM) enabling flows and ensure seamless ...
Photonics Design Engineer
Boston, MA · On-site
Experience using commercial simulation tools (such as Ansys/Lumerical, Tidy3D, Rsoft or similar) * Has taped out at least once * Proficiency with Python Preferred Qualifications * Experience with ...
Photonics Design Engineer
Boston, MA · On-site
Experience using commercial simulation tools (such as Ansys/Lumerical, Tidy3D, Rsoft or similar) * Has taped out at least once * Proficiency with Python Preferred Qualifications * Experience with ...
Senior Si Photonics Design Engineer
Fremont, CA · On-site
$150K - $225K/yr
Design SiPho components and devices using commercial tools like Lumerical, COMSOL, FIMMPROP, etc for advanced applications such as PAM4 and coherent pluggables and co packaged optics * Design design ...
Senior Si Photonics Design Engineer
Fremont, CA · On-site
$150K - $225K/yr
Design SiPho components and devices using commercial tools like Lumerical, COMSOL, FIMMPROP, etc for advanced applications such as PAM4 and coherent pluggables and co packaged optics * Design design ...
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| Aspect | Lumerical | Photonics Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Knowledge of photonics simulation software, engineering degree | Degree in optical, electrical, or photonics engineering; often familiar with simulation tools |
| Work Environment | Research labs, R&D departments, simulation-focused roles | Design, develop, and test photonic devices in industry or research settings |
| Industry Usage | Used by engineers for simulation and modeling | Professionals applying photonics principles in product development |
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Application & Support Engineer, Photonics Engineer
Tempe, AZ • On-site
Full-time
Posted 13 days ago
Job description
Full-time
Description
Summary:
The Photonics Engineer provides technical expertise, primarily in Ansys photonics and optical simulation tools, to support PADT's customers while also assisting PADT's Ansys sales team through strategic pre-sales and technical scoping activities, utilizing engineering knowledge, simulation experience, problem solving, enthusiasm, written and verbal communication, and eagerness to learn. Experience with photonics and optics simulation software is required, with preferences for tools such as Ansys Lumerical, Zemax, or similar industry-standard software.
The Photonics Engineer is responsible for helping customers solve complex photonics engineering problems using Ansys software products. The position involves working closely with customers and internal teams in a consultative and supportive technical role, including simulation, model setup, analysis, and interpretation of results for photonic devices and systems such as lasers, waveguides, gratings, photonic integrated circuits, CMOS sensors, and resonators. The ability to research technical issues, learn new methods, and find practical solutions for a wide variety of customer challenges is paramount.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Work with potential and current customers to scope optics/photonics simulation solutions and identify opportunities that match PADT and Ansys products to their design needs.
- Collaborate with account managers to technically drive new optics/photonics opportunities, support ongoing accounts, and contribute to formal sales proposals.
- Provide, track, and document technical support for optics and photonics customers, including answering questions on software utilization, identifying workarounds, and developing a working understanding of their workflows to drive tool adoption and escalate when appropriate.
- Develop and deliver technical training courses, product demonstrations, and presentations focused on optics and photonics use cases such as lasers, PICs, waveguides, sensors, and resonators.
- Create technical collateral including application notes, tutorials, blog posts, and webinars to support customer engagement and technical adoption.
- Perform benchmarking and proof-of-concept studies with Ansys tools, reporting relevant performance and accuracy metrics.
- Maintain a working understanding of Ansys optics, photonics, and related multiphysics offerings and how they fit into customer workflows.
- Participate in ongoing training to expand Ansys skill areas and share optics and photonics expertise with colleagues.
Requirements
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Education/Experience:
- Bachelor of Science in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; master's degree preferred.
- Strong theoretical understanding of photonics, such as electromagnetics, wave propagation, and light-matter interaction.
- Minimum of one year of experience with optics and/or photonics simulation tools (e.g., Ansys Lumerical, Zemax, CODE V, or similar).
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in diverse team environments.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to develop practical engineering solutions for challenging optics and photonics problems.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills in English.
- Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
- Familiarity with scripting or programming (Python, MATLAB, or similar) for workflow automation and data processing.
- Availability for occasional travel (approximately 25-30%).
Preferred Education/Experience
- 3.0 GPA or higher.
- Experience using photonics simulation for one or more of: lasers, photonic integrated circuits, fiber-optic systems, or optical sensors.
- Familiarity with Linux operating systems.
- Laboratory experience with optical characterization, measurement, or alignment.
- Experience with additional Ansys products or multiphysics workflows that couple optics/photonics with thermal, structural, or electrical behavior.
- Familiarity with version control and basic software development or data analysis practices for simulation post-processing.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.